Signs of Vitamin deficiency in kids

Signs of Vitamin deficiency in kids

Vitamin Deficiency in Kids, you need to be aware as a Parent!

Free of all those poops, burping’s and baby wearing? Are you really thinking that you have an easier life to live now being a parent? Well, no! Every stage of Kids growth needs special attention from us, some times, it can be an emotional requirement, while other times it could be nutritional requirements. While a lot focus is being given to Proteins, Parents usually forget the 5 Basic food groups which need to be given to kids “daily”.

Recently, I met a mom, who was doing rounds of clinic visit’s only to witness “Anaemia” for her 8 yo daughter. And the cause was Vitamin B-12 deficiency, which resulted in the depletion of RBC’s and thus she became anaemic.

With the rise of consumption of varied non-nutritional foods, changes in choices and lifestyles, Nutritional deficiencies are becoming quite popular in kids. But if they are caught early, remedies are much easier. This post is a step towards “Aware parenting”.

Raising healthy kids needs to be the priority!

Are kids being picky and not eating the right diet? DOn;t give away their tantrums as they might get Vitamin Deficient. Read all what you need to know as a parent about Vitamin deficiencies in kids. Happy Parenting #Parenting #awareness #vitamin #vitamindeficiency #scurvy #strawberrytoungue #scarletfever #immunity #kids #healthykids #raisingkids

Here are most important Vitamin’s that your child might not be getting enough :

1. Vitamin D :

Growing bones need sufficient amount of Vitamin D. These days kids are overtly covered up, sitting on their couches, with least exposure to sunlight. Kids are spending lesser times outdoor, and this in turn is welcoming serious Vitamin D deficiency. Vitamin D is produced in the human skin when the cholesterol (7-dehydrocholesterol) is exposed to UV-B rays of sunlight. So, lesser the Sun exposure, lesser will be the Vitamin D3 production. The impact of deficiency is observed over the time. 

Did you know that more than 50% Indians are deficient in Vitamin D?

With limited Food resources rich in Vitamin D, it is a high time that Kids (and even adults) spend good time outdoors (morning rays are the best). Vegetables and grains are not rich in Vitamin D. Other resources are  Fortified foods and supplements.

2. Vitamin B12 :

Vitamin B-12 plays an important part in your child’s development and aids in the functioning of their nervous system and their brain. If your child suffers from low levels of vitamin B-12 it may result in a strawberry tongue or anaemia.

Various developmental delays, neurological issues, weakness, delayed speech, attention span, can be a result of Vitamin B deficiency. Every cell in our body needs Vitamin B12 and hence we need to be aware that kids are getting sufficient B Complex. More so B12 deficiency is very common in Vegetarians, hence one should focus on Milk and Milk Products, Fortified cereals, Yeast, Eggs for the same. 

3. Vitamin A :

Vitamin A is important for a good vision, and in keeping skin, bones, teeth healthy. It also keeps Immune System strong. As per Healthline, about 50% of preschool kids are Vitamin A deficient in many developing countries. Vitamin A deficiency is a major cause of blindness. Its deficiency may also lead to many infections and delayed growth in kids. If corrected at the right time with natural resources, Vitamin A deficiency can be treated easily.

Sources as Carrots, Sweet potato , Green Leafy veggies, Milk are rich in Vitamin A. Make sure that kids intake the required quantity in their diets daily.

Read few tips to make your child eat healthy food.

4. Vitamin C :

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Our body naturally doesn’t makes Vitamin C, and thus we need to be ensure right intake of Vitamin C. It is important for growing children for their tissue, bone, teeth health and even for brain development. Vitamin C enhances Iron absorption and we know that iron is an essential component of RBC.

Its deficiency results in a condition called Scurvy (bleeding gums and wounds). It also reduces the immunity and kids are frequently attacked by viruses and bacteria’s resulting in colds, cough and infections. Weakness, dizziness, impact on skin and hair, bruises, muscle pains are some of the other resultants of Vitamin C deficiency.

There are enough Natural foods rich in Vitamin C as Oranges, Bell peppers, Guava, Leafy veggies, Kale, Strawberries. Follow the RDA of Vitamin C for different age groups.

Let not the deficiency progress, Kids might be picky eaters, but it is you who need to ensure some or the other interesting way to ensure that sufficient RDA of various Vitamins, minerals, proteins, carbs and Fats are given to children.

You can read some creative foods for Picky eaters here.

Much Love,

Jhilmil

Jhilmil

Quest to live the life surrounded with the charming little bundle's of joy. When they speak, I sing, When they smile, I rejoice , When they hug, I hold them never to lose, Such is my passion for these Gifts of God.This love urged me to navigate separately from my Travel Blog & establish an "All-In-One" Blog for budding mothers. Mum's have multi-tasked this world ,with all her professional commitments , she still makes an extra effort to be a loving, caring and be an intellectual mommy! Cheers, for me too come from the same fraternity, post having a superb academics & close to 8 years of professional experience and blessed with a little one "who has indeed changed my life from Autumn to Spring";)

This Post Has 15 Comments

  1. Ritu Kalra

    Its very important that we as mothers are aware of vitamin rich foods and include them in our kid’s diet for their proper growth

  2. Pooja Budhiraja

    Children are fussy eaters and very selective about food. Its actually very difficult to give proper nutrition to kids

  3. Priyanka Patwari

    I couldn’t agree more! Proper nutrition is soooo important and affects so many different aspects of life. Unfortunately, we live in a nutrient deficient time. Very nice post

  4. Tess

    Wow this is a useful post ..specially for moms ..sometimes we dont realise what the kids are missing out on..

  5. Prisha Lalwani

    Oh God, I have had my children suffer these deficiencies for a long time and I did not know the cause of their problems. Wish I had read this back then.

  6. Anita

    A balanced diet does help prevent nutritional deficiencies. Knowing about these is very helpful and will help all moms.

  7. Paresh Godhwani

    Vitamins are important for all the age groups. And it is good that you feed them from early age. You have shared really insightful info about the vitamins which children might lack. Every parent must read this.

  8. Rohini James

    Sometimes in this age of fast food, we as parents forgot our responsibility to our kids. A good article to remind us to cover all bases and ensure our kids get the right nutrition.

  9. Mrinal Kiran

    I was vitamin D deficient as a kid… This post is really helpful for all the parents out their… Very informative!

  10. Ruchi Verma

    Proper diet and nutrient is so much important for everyone and when it comes to kids we should take proper care.You have complied very nicely!!

  11. Shaily Tandon

    It is important for all of us to understand Vitamin dificiencies…..for children especially these things are really important…..

  12. Khushboo

    That’s a very informative and helpful post for all the parents. Proper nutrition is really very important for the kids.

  13. Bushra

    Agree it’s not easy to rule out the vitamins deficiency in kids especially when kids are picky eaters. These tips for Proper Nutrition is very important

  14. Snigdha Prusti

    Vitamin deficiency in kids is happening these days specially with the picky eaters. Giving proper nutrition to kids is really important. You have described everything so clearly.. so helpful.

  15. Ramya B

    Very valuable information. Thank you for sharing the information so all the mother out there will be aware of it.

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